Introduction (Does It Do What It Should)

Okay, it is time to review a terrific microphone from Hollyland, and we really have a prize with this one. Now, the Lark M2S is one of those microphones that comes in this case that include a cool receiver that can plug into any USB-C port, which is on a lot of smartphones these days. Then there are two microphones that clip on to you, and they are synced to your phone when you want to do filming.

I had a chance to use them, and you can watch the video to see how I messed it up…at first. You see, when you put on the microphone, you have to put it so the logo is facing away from the audience, and pressed up against your chest. Seriously, that seemed counter-intuitive, and I did a few videos where the sound was off, and I have a blooper reel of all the audio outtakes. I eventually did them correctly, and now I have great sound every time.

The mics weigh-in at just 7 grams, and they clip in very securely, and they also come with a connector/receiver for the iPhone Lightning connectors. Now, there is this cool camera transmitter that I really couldn’t figure out how to work, but that is because I don’t have a DSLR that I could test it on.

I also didn’t know that is apparently an app for some control on the mic, which has a range of 300 meters, which I can’t really believe is so far. Here’s some pretty important specs, like 30 hours of battery life, 9 hours of working time, up to 2.5 hours on a full charge, and less than 1.5 hours charging time.

If you want it, you can get on the Hollyland site for about $159.00.

Facts About The Company

Here’s what the official website says:

Since 2013, the brand has grown to be recognized as a leading provider of premium wireless products. Hollyland designs, develops, manufactures, and distributes a wide range of high-performance wireless solutions. The product portfolio includes video transmission systems, cameras, monitors, wireless microphones, and wireless intercom systems that feature a compact design, high quality, reliable performance, and affordability.

They definitely make products that someone like me, a content creator would be interested in.

What Does This Company Make?

I have actually reviewed these products once before, and it was also a microphone. It was the Lark C1, and it was pretty similar to this Lark M2S.

Just the Specs, Man

If you’re the type that needs this info, this section is for you!

Mic Sensitivity
-37 dBV ± 2dB @1 KHz, 94dB SPL
Wireless Modulation Mode
GFSK 2 Mbps
Wireless Transmission
2.4 GHz Adaptive Frequency Hopping (AFH)
Transmission Range
Mobile Version: Up to 300m (1,000ft) for LOS / 60m (200ft) for NLOS
Camera Version: Up to 300m (1,000ft) for LOS / 40m (130ft) for NLOS
Mic Polar Pattern
Omnidirectional
Frequency Response
20 Hz – 20 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
> 70dB
Max Sound Pressure Level
116dB SPL
Sample Rate and Bit Depth
48 kHz, 24-bit
Battery Voltage
TX: 3.87V
Camera Version RX: 3.87V
Mobile Version Charging Case: 3.8V
Combo Version Charging Case: 3.8V
Battery Capacity
TX: 85 mAh
Camera Version RX: 145 mAh
Mobile Version Charging Case: 680 mAh
Combo Version Charging Case: 1300 mAh
Operating Time
TX: Approx. 9 hours
Camera Version RX: Approx. 8.5 hours
Mobile Version Charging Case: > 2 times charging for 2 TX at the same time
Combo Version Charging Case: > 2.5 times charging for all TX and RX at the same time
Charging Time
TX: Approx. 1 hour
Camera Version RX: Approx. 1 hour
Mobile Version Charging Case: < 1.5 hours Combo Version Charging Case: < 1.5 hours Charging Temperature 0 ~ 45° C Operating Temperature –10 ~ 45° C Dimensions TX: (Main Body – Front) 13 x 6.3mm (0.5″ x 0.2″) (Main Body – Rear) 24 x 9mm (0.9″ x 0.4″) Mobile Version RX: Approx. 40 x 16.7 x 9mm (1.6″ x 0.7″ x 0.4″) Camera Version RX: Approx. 40.5 x 25.5 x 13mm (1.6″ x 1.0″ x 0.5″) (excluding cold shoe) Mobile Version Charging Case: Approx. 55.2 x 75 x 36.5mm (2.2″ x 3.0″ x 1.4″) Combo Version Charging Case: Approx. 86 x 39 x 60.5mm (3.4″ x 1.5″ x 2.4″) Weight TX: Approx. 7g (0.25oz) Mobile Version RX: Approx. 6g (0.21oz) Camera Version RX: Approx. 12g (0.42oz) Mobile Version Charging Case: Approx. 80g (2.82oz) Combo Version Charging Case: Approx. 110g (3.88oz) If there is something on this that I didn't cover, please let me know.

Okay, Get To The Unboxing Already!

Maybe I Want It, But Is There Anything Else Like It? Maybe For A Lower Price? Please?

I’ve already mentioned the Lark C1, and I talked about the NEEWER KM18 in the video. Well, I didn’t talk about it, but they are the ones that I usually use. There is also the Sabinetek Smartmike+, which I have also used in the past.